Circa 1970
The American sculptor Alexander Calder is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling.
Because Calder's parents, both artists themselves, did not want him to suffer the hardships of trying to make a living in art, they encouraged the young Calder to study mechanical engineering at the Stevens Institute of Technology, in Hoboken, New Jersey. He worked a number of jobs, including as a hydraulic engineer and draftsman for the New York Edison Company, before deciding to pursue an artistic career. He never abandoned his engineering background, however, applying his understanding of gears and moving parts in all his artworks, from mechanical toys like the Cirque Calder (1931) and his revered prints to his free-standing abstract sculptures, called stabiles.
In 1926, Calder moved to Paris and established a studio in the Montparnasse quarter. He began creating the many parts of his famous miniature circus from found materials, such as wire, string, cloth, rubber and cork. Designed to be transportable, Cirque grew to fill five suitcases over the years. Always interested in putting forms in motion, Calder also pioneered a new art form called wire sculptures, which he described as “drawings in space.” Like his famous mobiles, the wire sculptures were suspended so that they turned with any movement of the air, presenting different forms when viewed from different angles.
In the 1950s, Calder returned to his roots in mechanical engineering, creating monumental abstract sculptures that verged on the architectural. He worked from loose gestural drawings like this preparatory sketch for his Man Stabile, from 1966. Throughout his career, he also worked as a set designer for the theater, as well as an illustrator and printmaker, producing vibrant, whimsical drawings for books and journals.
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Original 1968 poster by Alexander Calder - XXIVe Salon de Mai
By Alexander Calder
Located in PARIS, FR
This bold and iconic original 1968 poster was created by none other than Alexander Calder, the American sculptor and pioneer of kinetic art, for the 24th edition of the Salon de Mai,...
Paper, Lithograph
Original poster for the 1959 exhibition of Alexander Calder in Paris Maeght
By Alexander Calder
Located in PARIS, FR
Original poster for the 1959 exhibition at the Maeght Gallery (Paris) Alexander Calder 🇺🇸 (1898-1976) revolutionized #sculpture, the art of volume, by bringing movement and color! Close to the #populararts, this genius tinkerer started by making a miniature animated circus. Calder is best known for his #mobiles and #stabiles, sometimes monumental, which are one of the most daring expressions of sculpture in the 20th century...
Paper, Lithograph
Original poster from Alexander Calder's exhibition at the Sala Gaspar in 1973
By Alexander Calder
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful poster from Alexander Calder's exhibition at the Sala Gaspar in 1973. Alexander Calder 🇺🇸 (1898-1976) changed the course of modern art by developing an innovative method...
Paper, Lithograph
Original exhibition poster by Calder at the Théâtre Français de la Danse in 1969
By Alexander Calder
Located in PARIS, FR
The original exhibition poster by Calder at the Théâtre Français de la Danse in 1969 stands as a vibrant testament to the innovative spirit of both the artist and the venue. Created by the renowned American sculptor Alexander Calder, this poster not only advertises the event but also embodies Calder's distinctive artistic style and ethos. Calder, known for his pioneering work in kinetic sculpture and mobiles, brings his signature aesthetic to this poster. With bold, primary colors and playful geometric shapes, the design reflects Calder's fascination with movement and balance. The composition exudes a sense of dynamic energy, inviting viewers to engage with the artwork on multiple levels. At the heart of the poster is likely a depiction of one of Calder's iconic mobiles or stabiles, rendered with a sense of whimsy and sophistication. The surrounding typography, rendered in a simple yet impactful font, communicates essential details about the exhibition, including the artist's name and the venue. The choice of the Théâtre Français de la Danse as the location for the exhibition adds another layer of significance to the poster. Founded by the French dancer and choreographer Maurice Béjart...
Linen, Paper, Lithograph
Original Exhibition Poster by Man Ray, Salon de Mai 1971
By Man Ray
Located in PARIS, FR
This original 1971 "Salon de Mai" poster by Man Ray represents a remarkable meeting between one of the twentieth century's greatest avant-garde artists and one of France's most impor...
Paper, Lithograph
1958 original exhibition poster by Max Papart at the Galerie Carlier in Paris
By Max Papart
Located in PARIS, FR
This 1958 exhibition poster by Max Papart announces a show at the Galerie Carlier, dedicated to drawings and collages. More than a simple promotional piece, the poster itself functio...
Paper, Lithograph
Galerie Bellint, Modern Abstract Poster by Alexander Calder
By Alexander Calder
Located in Long Island City, NY
Alexander Calder, American (1898 - 1976) - Galerie Bellint. Year: 1979, Medium: Poster, Size: 32 in. x 20.5 in. (81.28 cm x 52.07 cm)
Lithograph
Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster - Vintage Offset Print and Lithograph - 1971
By Alexander Calder
Located in Roma, IT
Alexander Calder - Poster Exhibition is a rare mixed colored offset and lithograph print realized in 1971 This print was realized on the occasion of the exhibition dedicated to the ...
Lithograph, Offset
Alexander Calder Exhibition Poster - Vintage Offset Print and Lithograph - 1971
By Alexander Calder
Located in Roma, IT
Alexander Calder - Poster Exhibition is a rare mixed colored offset and lithograph print realized in 1971 This print was realized on the occasion of the exhibition dedicated to the ...
Lithograph, Offset
1974 Alexander Calder "Paintings / Sculpture / Graphics" Exhibition Poster
By (after) Alexander Calder
Located in Atlanta, GA
1974 Alexander Calder Vintage "Paintings / Sculpture / Graphics" Modern Exhibition Poster. The fine art lithograph print poster is published ...
Paper
Vintage 1970s Alexander Calder poster (Calder prints)
By Alexander Calder
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Alexander Calder 'La Grenouille et Cie' Vintage original 1971 poster for the exhibition Pace Columbus (Ohio) featuring a printed Calder signature. Medium: Offset lithograph Dimensions: 25 x 32 inches An original 1st printing in very good vintage condition. Plate signed on the lower right from an edition of unknown. This is an original 1970s poster and not a recent reproduction of any kind. Related Categories Calder prints. Calder Mid Century Modern. 60s. Alexander Calder and Contemporary Art. Calder figurative. Vintage Calder.
Lithograph, Offset
Alexander Calder - rare Signed poster for the June 1960 M. Knoedler & Co. show
By Alexander Calder
Located in New York, NY
Alexander Calder - rare signed poster for the June 1960 M. Knoedler & Co. exhibition (Hand Signed by Calder) Scarce early exhibition poster designed by Alexander Calder, publishe...
Lithograph, Offset
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